Diabetes tips: 9 Healthy snacks to reduce sugar cravings

What else better to satisfy your sugar cravings than chocolate? Dark chocolate is the one you can munch on as it contains over 70 % cocoa, a healthy plant compound called polyphenols. 

Sweet potatoes are filling, nutrient-rich, and sweet. They are mostly composed of carbohydrates, but they also include fiber, a variety of vitamins and minerals, such as potassium, vitamin A, and C. By boosting calories resulting in more balanced meals while also satisfying your urge for sweetness, including a carb source like sweet potatoes in your diets will help you counteract this.

Berries are also a perfect snack alternative as it taste sweet but fiber abundance makes them low in sugar. The antioxidant and anti-inflammatory traits help in declining the risk of heart disease and diabetes.

When you have a sugar craving, switching from junk food to fruit may provide you with the necessary sweet punch and put an end to your urge. 

Beans, lentils, and chickpeas are excellent plant-based sources of protein and fibre.  These two nutrients may both heighten feelings of satiety. Thus, consuming legumes regularly should theoretically increase fullness and lessen sugar cravings brought on by hunger.

A nutritious treat that is high in calcium and protein is yoghurt. Yoghurt may also be a healthy snack to help reduce your cravings and regulate your appetite, according to several research. Yoghurt without additional sugar and with living cultures is the healthiest option.

A date palm tree produces dates as its dried fruit. They are incredibly delicious and very nutrient-dense. They are an excellent source of fiber, potassium, iron, and healthy plant chemicals even if they have been dried. In addition to satisfying your sweet tooth, eating a few dates can provide you access to important nutrients.

Trail mix is a fantastic option if you're desiring something sweet, however, the particular components might vary. Your sugar cravings may be reduced by the sweetness of the dried fruit, which is also a delicious way to include nuts in your diet.

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Being a rich source of omega-3 fatty acids, dietary fiber, and many other nutrients, chia seeds are a healthy snack option. It makes you feel satisfied and reduces sugar cravings by absorbing water and forming jelly-like substance in gut. Chia seed pudding is one scrumptious option for diabetics.